Aircraft overrun and fire at Besançon-La Vèze Airport

2 fatalities • Besançon, France • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft accident involving a runway excursion and subsequent fire resulted in two fatalities and one serious injury during takeoff at Besançon-La Vèze Airport.

What happened

On the runway 24 at Besançon-La Vèze Airport, an aircraft was performing its takeoff roll when the captain identified a failure in the plane's ability to accelerate. In response to this performance issue, the crew elected to abort the takeoff attempt.

Following the decision to stop, the crew applied emergency braking techniques. However, the aircraft could not decelerate sufficiently to remain on the paved surface. The plane exited the runway and traveled approximately 30 metres beyond the runway threshold, where it collided with an embankment measuring 2.4 metres in height. The impact caused the aircraft to catch fire.

Outcomes

  • The accident resulted in two fatalities involving the flight crew.
  • One passenger sustained serious injuries during the event.
  • The aircraft was destroyed by the collision and subsequent fire.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop within the available runway distance following an aborted takeoff attempt.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1993-09-29 Dassault Falcon 10 accident near Besançon, France?

An aircraft accident involving a runway excursion and subsequent fire resulted in two fatalities and one serious injury during takeoff at Besançon-La Vèze Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 1993-09-29 Dassault Falcon 10 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1993-09-29 involved a Dassault Falcon 10, registration F-GJGB, operated by Chaillotine Air Service, at Besançon, France.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop within the available runway distance following an aborted takeoff attempt.

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